A group of nursing students are reviewing the medications used to treat asthma. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which agent as appropriate for an acute episode of bronchospasm?
A) Salmeterol
B) Albuterol
C) Ipratropium
D) Cromolyn
B
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The term profession is accurately used to describe ______.
a. an activity that is undertaken to earn a living b. a job which brings celebrity status and great fortune c. an occupation requiring extensive education with a code of ethics d. any job which requires specific training
A new graduate nurse has been absent from work on numerous occasions. Each time the unit has been left short staffed, requiring the nurse manager to request a float nurse for the unit
The nurse manager has met with the new graduate nurse regarding the persistent absences and provided the new graduate nurse with both verbal and written warnings. If the behavior continues which action should the nurse manager take next? a. terminate the new graduate nurse b. suspend the new graduate nurse c. dock the new graduate nurse's pay check d. ask the union representative to talk with the new graduate nurse
A trend in health care that may negatively affect the number of practical nurses hired by an agency is
a. the aging of the U.S. population. b. the increased use of unlicensed assistive personnel. c. decentralization of health care agencies. d. the emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving.
Which definition identifies the core value of European and American health care law and ethics?
A) The avoidance of harm B) The desire to act in the best interest of others C) The right of individuals to self-determination D) The recognition that every person and community has intrinsic value